OCTOBER 2026 VACATION ITINERARY
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8 Night, 9 Day Tour Of Ireland, meeting with PBS Travel Show Host Michael Londra
Price is land only. Airfare is booked separately. Price includes luxury coach, services of driver / guide, entrance to all tourist sites, hotels, all breakfasts and most dinners, see details below.
Cost : $ 4199.00
Single Supplement : $ 1199.00
Sun, Oct 4
DEPART THE UNITED STATES
Depart your hometown and take an overnight flight across the Atlantic. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your vacation.
Mon, Oct 5
SOUTH TO WEXFORD
After landing at Dublin Airport, complete customs and immigration formalities. At 9am, join your group in the Arrivals Hall before meeting your CIE Tours driver/guide and boarding your luxury motorcoach. Next, stop to have breakfast with your group at Newbridge Silverware, which has been designing and producing quality jewellery, homeware and giftware products for over 80 years. Then, journey into Wexford to meet Michael in his home town and with him, a local guide for a gentle walking tour to see the winding, narrow streets and the town walls. Also, view the famous bull ring, Selskar Abbey and even the Theater Royal. Motor a short distance to your hotel, check in and settle into your room. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome VIP private performance by Michael & friends then dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Tue, Oct 6
CRYSTAL CLEAR
Leaving Wexford, travel through Ireland’s rolling hills into Waterford and stop to tour the House of Waterford Crystal. While here, learn about glass blowing, cutting and see one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Next, drive into Dungarvan to enjoy a drink with your group at Marine Bar along with traditional music. Following, journey into Cork and embark on a guided walking tour of the city. See Shandon Church, a famous Cork landmark dating from 1722 and Crawford Art Gallery. Also, view Paul Street, known for its trendy restaurants and shops of all types. Transfer to your nearby hotel, check in and enjoy some free time before dining in the hotel restaurant with your group.
Wed, Oct 7
A LOT OF BLARNEY
This morning, drive into Blarney, where you can climb the battlements of Blarney Castle and kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence.” Then, visit the Blarney Woollen Mills, which has an excellent range of Irish products. You will also have time to browse around the village, charmingly set around a large village green. Continue your journey into Killarney and set off on a horse-drawn jaunting car ride through the grounds of the Killarney National Park. Motor a short distance to your hotel, check in and settle into your room. This evening, meet your group in the hotel restaurant for a delicious meal.
Thur, Oct 8
A DAY ON DINGLE
Today, discover the beauties of the Dingle Peninsula, once described by the National Geographic Traveler as “the most beautiful place on earth.” Drive along the south shore of the peninsula for plenty of vistas of heathery mountains, sandy stretches of beach, stunning green landscapes and rocky headlands. Pause at strategic locations to admire the views and take photos. Continue on to Slea Head at the western tip of the peninsula. This excursion will give you excellent views of mountains and coastline and looking over to the Iveragh Peninsula. Then, travel into Dingle town and stop to enjoy some free time to explore the area on your own. Dingle is an area situated below Slievanea Mountain and faces comfortably onto the sheltered harbor. As a market town and fishing port, Dingle has long been well supplied with pubs and opportunities to hear traditional Irish music. Head back to your hotel in Killarney and spend the remainder of the day free to sightsee, shop and dine on your own.
OVERNIGHT: BREHON HOTEL, KILLARNEY
Fri, Oct 9
CLIMB THE CLIFFS
Departing Killarney, travel into Tarbert and take a short ferry ride across the River Shannon Estuary. Next, drive along the coast of scenic County Clare to visit the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most beloved, natural landmarks. See magical vistas, overlooking the shimmering Atlantic Ocean along with Ireland’s Western coastline. Continue your journey into Galway and join a local guide for a gentle walking tour of the city. See the medieval city walls, Lynch’s Castle and the narrow streets. Transfer to your nearby hotel, check in and settle into your room. Tonight, have dinner with your group in the hotel restaurant.
DINNER & OVERNIGHT: ARDILAUN HOTEL, GALWAY
Sat, Oct 10
A DROP OF THE PURE
This morning, travel to the center of Ireland to visit Clonmacnoise. This monastic settlement was founded in 545 and is delightfully set on the banks of the River Shannon. Learn about the history of the site and take a walk around to see the ancient monuments. Continue your drive into Kilbeggan and stop to visit the Kilbeggan Distillery, which was established in 1757 and is one of the oldest licensed distilleries in the world. While here, enjoy a tour and tasting of the finished product. Continue your journey through the Irish countryside into Dublin, check into your hotel and settle into your room. You might like to relax or freshen up before a festive evening with your group. In the evening, join the festivities at the Irish House Party, which not only offers great food but also traditional Irish entertainment in an intimate setting.
Sun, Oct 11
A DAY IN DUBLIN
Today, set off with a local guide who will show you around Dublin. The city has been molded through the centuries by economic, political and artistic influences that has shaped its architecture. Stop to visit Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, an 8th century illuminated manuscript of the gospels and the Old Library. Then, continue on to tour St. Patrick's Cathedral, which is almost as old as the city itself and famous for its connections with the brilliantly eccentric Dean Jonathan Swift. Return to your nearby hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure for individual sightseeing, shopping, dining, pubs and much more.
This evening, join the festivities at the Irish House Party, which not only offers great food but also traditional Irish entertainment in an intimate setting.
Mon, Oct 12
THE SIGHTS OF DUBLIN
Spend the day completely at leisure in Dublin, where you can choose from a wide variety of pursuits. Use your Hop on Hop off pass to visit several places so you can get better acquainted with the city. There are also plenty of museums of Irish interest such as the National Museum, the National Gallery or the Writers Museum. You may also want to shop along Nassau Street, the pedestrianized Grafton Street or Henry Street. In the evening, you may like to dine in one of the many restaurants or pubs that Dublin has to offer. (No coaching or guide services included today)
Sat, Oct 3
All too soon, your vacation has come to an end. Transfer to Dublin Airport in plenty of time to check in for your flight. You may do some last minute shopping at the duty free stores before boarding your aircraft and flying back to the USA.
Ferrycarrig Hotel, Wexford
The Ferrycarrig is a 4-star Hotel located 4 kilometers outside Michael’s home town of Wexford. 102 stylish & spacious bedrooms & suites - all with views of the river Slaney. Award winning waterfront Dry Dock Bar. Reeds at Ferrycarrig waterfront restaurant - 2 AA Rosette Award Winner, 5-star Active Health & Fitness club with 20m pool, Olympic standard gym, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room.
River Lee Hotel, Cork
The River Lee hotel is one of Cork’s leading business and social destinations. All aspects of Cork local life are played out here, from business events and family celebrations, to glamorous get-togethers in the hotel’s highly popular The River Club Bar, Terrace & The Grill Room, the perfect place to eat, drink and be social. Resident guests also have complimentary access to the hotel’s in-house health and fitness club with a 20m swimming pool.
Brehon Hotel, Killarney
The Brehon Hotel and Spa is a luxurious hotel of unique grace and elegance set amidst Killarney’s breath-taking landscape. Each guestroom and suite reflects a contemporary blend of beauty, style and space. The Brehon also offers visitors a chance to relax and unwind in Anú Spa at The Brehon.
Ardilaun Hotel, Galway
The Ardilaun is a family owned hotel, newly refurbished to a 4**** standard, Ideally located amongst spacious private grounds, minutes from city centre. 125 Luxurious bedrooms to include garden rooms and unique suites. Comfortable spacious lounges, award-winning "Camilaun Restaurant" and superb leisure club with its 18m swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and gymnasium. Beauty salon on site.
Davenport Hotel, Dublin
Located in the heart of Georgian Dublin, The Davenport is one of Dublin’s most iconic luxury hotels. Seamlessly blending heritage and history with the modern needs of today’s hotel guest, The Davenport’s elegant décor and variety of spaces make it the ideal choice for a city stay, celebrating a special occasion or any work event. The hotel’s premium dining options include the 1863 Lounge, offering a wide variety of dishes to suit any taste and a full bar, including numerous whiskey choices. While The Davenport exudes an old-world feel throughout, the needs of the modern traveller have not been forgotten. Our comfy, luxurious rooms feature premium King Koil bedding, marble-clad ensuites with rainforest walk-in showers, Smart TVs with Chromecast connectivity and complimentary access to Dublin’s fastest hotel WiFi, while every guest also has access to our 24-hour gym.
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